The student does not reach a standard described by any of the given below.
1-2
The student considers the problem. The student investigates the problem.
3-4
The student considers the problem. The student investigates the problem, collecting information from sources. The student lists some specifications.
5-6
The student considers the problem within a wider context. The student investigates the problem, and begins questioning the value of information. The student lists specifications that must be met by their product. The student, with guidance, designs some simple tests.
Criterion B: Design
Achievement level
Generic Level descriptor
0
The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2
The student attempts to generate an idea.
3-4
The student attempts to generate designs and attempts to explain how their designs meet the specification.
5-6
The student generates designs. The student explains how the design meets their specification. The student, with guidance, selects one design over the others.
Criterion C: Plan
Achievement level
Generic Level descriptor
0
The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2
The student, with guidance, produces a plan that contains a few steps to create the product/solution.
3-4
The student, with guidance, produces a plan that contains some steps to create the product/solution, including resources and/or time. The student considers
the effectiveness of the plan.
5-6
The student, with guidance, produces a plan that contains steps to create the product/solution, including resources and time. The student considers, in detail, the effectiveness of the plan and makes suitable modifications.
Criterion D: Create
Achievement level
Generic Level descriptor
0
The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors below.
1-2
The student attempts to create at least part of a product/solution that at least partly relates to their specification.
3-4
The student uses a limited range of appropriate techniques and equipment.The student considers theplan and creates at least partof a product/solution thatrelates to their specification.The student shows someevidence of a process journal.
5-6
The student uses techniques and equipment and ensures a safe working environment for themselves and others. The student follows the plan to produce a product/solution of appropriate quality. The student documents the process of creating the product/solution and notes any necessary changes in the process journal.
Criterion E: Evaluate
Achievement level
Generic Level descriptor
0
The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors below.
1-2
The student makes an attempt to test, with guidance, the product /solution or suggests ways to improve their performance.
3-4
The student carries out or follows tests, with guidance, to compare the product /solution against the design specification. The student, with guidance, reflects on their performance at each stage of the design cycle.
5-6
The student carries out or follows tests to compare the product / solution against the design specification and suggests possible improvements. The student reflects on their performance at each stage of the design cycle and identifies where their performance could be improved.
Criterion F: Attitudes in Technology
Achievement level
Generic Level descriptor
0
The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
personal engagement (motivation, independence, general positive attitude)
attitudes towards safety, cooperation and respect for others.
1-2
The student occasionally displays a satisfactory standard in one of the aspects listed below.
personal engagement (motivation, independence, general positive attitude)
attitudes towards safety, cooperation and respect for others.
3-4
The student frequently displays a satisfactory standard in both of the aspects listed below.
personal engagement (motivation, independence, general positive attitude)
attitudes towards safety, cooperation and respect for others.
5-6
The student consistently displays a satisfactory standard in both of the aspects listed below.
personal engagement (motivation, independence, general positive attitude)
attitudes towards safety, cooperation and respect for others.
International Baccalaureate Technology
Technology Criterion
Criterion A: Investigate
the effectiveness of the plan.